PPR Official!

It is official... I am officially signed up for the PPR. The PPR stands for Pedagogy and Professional Responsibility Test. This is my last test during my "internship" year as a teacher. Once passed, I will officially earn my teaching certification. I could not be more excited to mark another thing off my list. The date is set for Wednesday, March 28, 2012. I am just thankful and blessed for such an amazing opportunity and am so ready to be past this probationary stage. :)

On another note, many of you may be thinking that this test had been taken. I too wish this was the case. My program asks that I perform a practice exam study and complete a practice exam before I am allowed to register. This happened quite awhile ago. Sadly I let so much time pass that now I am back to studying to get back on track. Thank you again for the prayers and I look forward to getting past this next step.

Homeownership!

Well as you may have read... it is official! Ray and I are HOMEOWNERS! We close on March 29th where we will be handed the keys to our new home. We couldn't be more excited and feel extremely blessed for all that God has given us! Thank you all for the words of encouragement and are thankful and look forward to the next steps in our little family's new adventures.

Winter League, Lunch Date to Dickeys, & Kids at Heart!

This Saturday, the husband and I woke at 7:45 to make our way to the Prestonwood Polo Fields to attend this year's winter Frisbee league championship. It was definitely a close game, but sadly the Skycerahops ran out of time. They still did an amazing job! Within a few weeks, Ray will be back in Allen for his next season's Frisbee league.

On our way home, we enjoyed a BBQ lunch at Dickey's. From delicious BBQ, free ice cream, and an exciting lunch date with the husband, it was a wonderful afternoon.

Saturday night, we were invited over to see our Fant friends. We enjoyed some tasty Mexican food, delicious drinks, and fabulous Fant entertainment.

I absolutely adore this super cute 2 year old. He always makes for such enjoyable entertainment. :) He also was excited about grilling our dinner. :)

After the little man went to bed, it was time for the adults to enjoy some game time. Yes, after almost a decade of friendship, we still look to moments where we can be kids at heart. Here is to Mr. Mouth and to fun with friends!

Life Map

Wednesday nights, the husband and I join members of our bible study small group in Richardson for fellowship and fun. A few weeks ago, we met to discuss our life maps and our religious journeys. It is amazing to trace your path... the highs, lows, the heros, and the hand of God moments that truly change your life forever. I am so amazed what God has blessed us with and where he has taken our family. I am thankful for our amazing family, friends, and continued blessings. He is the author of our stories. We are so blessed to continue sharing, serving, and growing with these fabulous people and the relationships that we've gained.

Sale Pending Preview...

We're official! Sale pending on our first home! Monday marks the official inspection date. More information will be posted shortly. Ray and I are so excited and are blessed for all the new adventures in homeownership! Lots of prayers and fingers crossed for a good review on Monday!

She's About to Pop!

Sunday afternoon, the ladies of our ABF celebrated Kristin and her sweet baby girl Myla with a themed baby shower.



The decorations were absolutely adorable. From various types of popcorn, hand-made pink containers, blow pops, and a delicious buffet of tasty treats, the hostesses did an amazing job!





I am so thankful for all the wonderful women in our ABF! We are so blessed to share in such special moments. We also have many new mamas and babies on the way. Myla will be the first little girl with lots of little friends to play with. Here are some pictures of the great ladies we get to share and celebrate our lives with. (Thanks to Katy and Anna for taking lots of pictures during the party:)


Carissa (baby Landry), Me, Andrea, and Denise

Cheryl, Sam, Tammy, and Amy

Jennie (baby Beckett), Katy, Pearson, and Jenny

Anna (baby Westin), Michelle, and Courtney

Denise and Pearson

Happy Baby Shower from the Purpose Ladies! Sending all the wonderful blessings and love that life has to offer!

2 Corinthians 12:9 at Cowtown!

This morning, the husband and I woke up at 4:00AM to travel to Fort Worth, Texas to attend our 4th year of Cowtown Half Marathon.

HIS power is made PERFECT in our weaknesses.
Corinthians 12:9...
the perfect words of encouragement!

This year, with Michael and Kristin vacationing in Belize, Ray was looking at running the first Cowtown race of four years by himself. However, a good friend and previous co-worker of Michael's ran in his place.

A great finish by both Johnathon and Ray (a new PR at 1:54 for the husband). Of course a picture in honor of Michael had to be taken. While we absolutely missed our Fant friends, I am so thankful for both Johnathon and Gretchen... Gretchen being my race day partner. We had a blast and I look forward to many more races in our futures!

I am very proud of you Ray! Here is to great parking, 39 degree race start temperature, a picture perfect spot at mile 9, delicious IHop lunch, and perfect words of encouragement!